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City Thread Awards Spokane, Among Other U.S. Cities, Grant to Improve Transportation Systems
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~ City Thread, a national non-profit organization dedicated to improving community connectivity through transportation, has announced that the City of Spokane has been awarded an Accelerated Mobility Playbook (AMP) Technical Assistance Grant. This grant, valued at $50,000, will assist the city in reaching its transportation goals faster through City Thread's network of support.

Sara Studdard, a partner at City Thread, expressed excitement about welcoming Spokane into their cohort of cities prioritizing mobility projects. She stated that the organization looks forward to providing guidance and strategies to help Spokane achieve its transportation goals quicker than previously thought possible.

In order to receive the grant, the city was required to provide a local match of $15,000. This contribution offsets the total value of the grant and demonstrates Spokane's commitment to improving its transportation infrastructure. Along with Spokane, three other cities - Tampa, Baltimore, and Salt Lake City - were also selected as recipients for this round of AMP Technical Assistance Grants.

The city's dedication to improving transportation was reinforced by Mayor Lisa Brown's recent signing of two pieces of legislation. The first is an executive order introducing Safe Streets infrastructure, which prioritizes pedestrian and bicycle safety in transportation investments. The second is a resolution unanimously approved by the Spokane City Council called "Janet Mann - Safe Streets Now," which outlines various projects aimed at improving traffic calming measures and pedestrian and cyclist infrastructure.

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Mayor Brown expressed hope that working with City Thread to develop an Accelerated Mobility Playbook will help Spokane achieve its goal of creating a community where access to services, education, and employment opportunities is available to everyone regardless of their mobility options.

Marlene Feist, the city's Public Works Director, emphasized the importance of safe streets in reducing roadway collisions. She stated that while the city has made efforts to improve safety conditions for pedestrians and cyclists, aggressive and distracted driving continues to be a problem. Feist believes that the AMP grant's focus on garnering community support for multimodal infrastructure will further assist the city in meeting its goals.

One of the key strengths of City Thread's program is its ability to bridge the gaps between government, residents, and industry advocates. Priority Spokane Executive Director Ryan Oelrich praised the organization's mission and its goal of assisting communities in implementing their planned mobility networks. He believes that this partnership with City Thread will be a catalyst for improving Spokane's transportation network and aligning community goals with accessibility.

The City of Spokane, home to over 229,000 people, is located in the heart of the Inland Northwest. With a team of 2,000 employees, the city strives to provide efficient and effective services that promote economic opportunity and enhance quality of life for all citizens. For more information about the city, visit www.spokanecity.org and follow them on social media @spokanecity.

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City Thread's work is not limited to Spokane; it has a nationwide impact through its AMP program framework. The organization works with city stakeholders to overcome obstacles and create more connected communities that benefit everyone. Through their AMP Technical Assistance Grant Program, they hope to continue igniting systems change in cities across the United States.

Another important partner in this endeavor is Priority Spokane, an organization focused on creating a vibrant future for Spokane County by implementing community-defined goals. By collaborating on improvements related to economic vitality, education, environment, equity, health, housing, and community safety, Priority Spokane aims to make Spokane County a flourishing community for all residents.

With this new grant from City Thread and continued efforts from local organizations like Priority Spokane and city officials like Mayor Brown and Public Works Director Feist, it is clear that Spokane is committed to improving its transportation infrastructure for the benefit of all its citizens.

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